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Game 8. Basically, it was a no contest against a classy but over-matched opponent with a final score of 13-4.

Guest players Sean, Zach Steph and Jane all performed admirably in the rout.

Video coming soon!

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It’s kind of long because I stopped editing in the middle somewhere but it has my infamous slide play at home and an instant replay.  In hindsight, the camera angle was not great and the tag may have been a little high (you can see the ball on the right side a little above knee height) but it was close enough to be called out. oops! sorry for complaining.

So, yet again, our game is threatened by precipitation. It’s rained on and off downtown today but I’m told things are relatively dry in the suburbs.

Also, as mentioned in last game’s wrap-up, the Shells are playing shorthanded this week, as Matt, Lis, Lee, Molly and Emilie are all unavailable. So, in their stead, we have Sean and Zach as well as Jane and Stephanie. Having seen these guys in action, I have to say I think we did alright in the trade!

So, Game time is 7:55. I don’t know much about Smegheads except that, if their name means what has been suggested, it’s one of the more disgusting monikers I’ve come across in my lifetime. If the standings are any indication, (they sport a 1 and 4 record with 20 runs scored vs 55 against) they may have some trouble fielding the ball. It should be a good day to possibly try some new positions and experiment with the batting order.

Alright. See everyone at the park!

Whew! Last night’s game was a demonstration in the capability of the 3 Seashells. Offensively, the team piled on 13 runs with several big dings and fielded every reasonable chance they had. The story of the night, however, had to be the stellar pitching of Gary Zimmer, who struck out 3 (remember, this is slow-pitch softball) and surrendered only 1 hit (and shortstop Molly Jones nearly pulled pulled that line drive out of the air before CF Lee Greenberg’s throw to 1st was just a second late).

Granted, Sportin’ Wood (a fellow Howard Street Inn Sponsored team) didn’t have a lineup of sluggers but the ‘Shells refused to play down to the competition, which is a good sign of things to come.

I didn’t get too video much (no tripod) and only took a handful of pictures during the 35 minute game but here they are.

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Here’s the Prairie Fire video (50 MB).

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Wednesday night was a solid effort against a team with some weapons. Nothing flashy except pounding singles and doubles throughout the order. Paul made a nice double play relay throw at 2B and Molly played a solid SS for the first time this year. Lis had her first hit of the year and Eve made a daring slide at home, during which she yet again opened her elbow wound that will likely linger for the entire season. After a tough 0-3 against Topco, I (Miles) bounced back with a good 3-4 day at the plate.

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Just as in the game against Topco, (more…)

so, it took a while but here it is…(about 66 MB)

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After an ugly performance against the Swinging Shillelaghs, the Seashells bounce back for their second win of the season, 11-5 versus TopCo.

Hitting stars of the day include CF Lee Greenberg, 3B/SS Matt Stankiewicz (who Lee admitted is “hitting the cover off of the ball”) and a strong one hit, one walk performance from 2B Lancy Norris who becomes more dependable at the plate with every game. (more…)

Ok, no time for game breakdown but here are some pics!

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In week five, we find ourselves once again preparing to play under the threat of rain. The forecast is for T-storms. I’ll post anything regarding a rainout when I hear.

If we do play, we face another old adversary, Team Topco. We’ve played them for years (here’s a pre-game thread and a post-game thread from last fall) and they tend to keep them close.

The Seashells have a little something to prove after last week’s shellacking at the hands of Swingin’ Shillelaghs. There was little timely hitting, porous infield defense and too many walks from the mound. In response, the team chose not to practice but will report early to the ballpark for BP at the field across the street from Terminal.

In other news, Ken at Howard Street Inn has once again graciously agreed to sponsor our team. HSI sponsored both 2007 teams and enthusiastically offered to host the post-game revelries moving forward. It’s not the most convenient bar in the world and the menu is a little small, but they have great salads, food specials every night of the week and their outdoor patio seating is killer. Much thanks to them!

Lastly, I’d like to give a big welcome to Elisabeth, who’ll be joining the Seashells for the first time tonight. The addition of Elisabeth’s glove should help solidify our infielding and her bat will add the even quality to our lineup that’s been lacking since the unfortunate departure of Bridget Cooper.

 This year’s bbs thread is here.